102-Year-Old West Virginia Woman Casts Her 21st Presidential Vote
Putnam County, WV – Arlene Wells, a 102-year-old resident of Fraziers Bottom, West Virginia, has cast her ballot in the 2024 presidential election, marking her 21st consecutive vote since becoming a registered voter in 1944. Wells, who has never missed an election, emphasized the importance of civic duty, stating, "I think everyone should feel their responsibility to vote for the one they think would make the best president or governor or whatever." (wowktv.com)
Born in 1922, Wells has witnessed significant historical events, including the presidencies of Franklin D. Roosevelt and Herbert Hoover. She recalled the hardships of the Great Depression, sharing that her father feared they would go hungry during Hoover’s term. (wowktv.com)
Wells attributes her longevity to a fulfilling life surrounded by family. Married to her husband, Otis, for 70 years before his passing, she now enjoys the company of two sons, six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and a great-great-grandson. She advises others to "enjoy life," participate in church, and cherish time with loved ones. (wowktv.com)
As the daughter of a former poll worker, Wells has always valued the right to vote. She encourages fellow citizens to exercise this privilege, urging them to "study the news, the newspapers, find out who we think is the right one to vote for," and to "get out there and vote." (wowktv.com)
Wells’ enduring commitment to voting serves as a testament to the significance of civic engagement and the impact of individual voices in shaping the nation’s future.
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